Russell Martin is on the verge of becoming the new manager of Leicester City. The former Scotland defender, aged 40, is preparing for his return to management after his dismissal from Rangers last October. A final decision regarding his appointment is expected this weekend.

Leicester City had shown interest in Martin last summer before he took the helm at Rangers. Following a disappointing stint, where he was sacked after just 17 games and left the team in eighth place in the Scottish Premiership, he now finds himself in a position to lead the Foxes.

The club's recent history has been tumultuous:

• Marti Cifuentes was appointed last summer but was dismissed in January after a mere six-month tenure.
• Leicester dropped into League One, enduring back-to-back relegations following their demotion from the Premier League in the 2024-25 season.
• They faced a six-point deduction due to breaches of English Football League financial rules.

Martin previously managed MK Dons and Swansea, and notably led Southampton to the Premier League by winning the Championship play-offs in the 2023-24 season. If appointed, Martin will be Leicester's seventh manager in just over three years since the exit of Brendan Rodgers in April 2023.